What does Senkala mean?

Taama fɛn, sanbara (Walking thing, shoes) For example: "N ka senkala kura ka ɲi dɛ! (My new shoes are nice!)"

Where does the slang word Senkala come from?

Senkala is a slang term from Mali. It is part of the rich slang vocabulary used in Mali and across Africa.

Senkala

🇲🇱 Mali Slang

Added Aug 10, 2025 · 1 definition

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Senkala definition 1

Taama fɛn, sanbara (Walking thing, shoes)

"N ka senkala kura ka ɲi dɛ! (My new shoes are nice!)"

by Khulekani Dladla Elder · Aug 10, 2025

Word Details

Country: 🇲🇱 Mali
Definitions: 1 community definition
Added: August 2025

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